Many motorcycle accidents leave riders seriously injured. Even though you never expect to get in a motorcycle accident, it is important for you to understand the types of injuries you could sustain from one.You could be the safest rider in the world. But another...
Motorcycle Accidents
Staying safe on a motorcycle
Motorcyclists in West Virginia may have to traverse everything from winding mountain roads to crowded city streets. When potentially unsafe traffic situations emerge, it's important to be prepared. First and foremost, motorcyclists should ensure that they're never in...
Steps teen motorcycle drivers can take to reduce injury risks
While many West Virginia teenagers appreciate the freedom a motorcycle offers, there are certain risks that go along with choosing to get behind the wheel of one. More than half of all teens who ride motorcycles opt for sport bikes. It's these models that account for...
Woman charged in fatal motorcycle crash
West Virginia drivers know it is essential to obey all road safety laws when operating a vehicle. Unfortunately, some drivers endanger others by disregarding basic road rules. For example, a Minnesota woman is facing multiple charges for allegedly causing a car crash...
Motorcycle accidents
Motorcycles can be a lot of fun to drive when proper safety precautions are taken. However, it is still important for motorcyclists in West Virginia to be aware of the most common bike accidents and how best to prevent them. Safety gear is an important part of driving...
Motorcyclists and crash injuries
West Virginia residents who ride motorcycles are aware that they risk injuries if they experience a traffic accident. Some injuries might be rather severe while others are life-threatening enough that some motorcyclists die later on as a result. The injuries incurred...
4 ways motorcyclists can prepare for riding during the fall
Motorcycle season is by no means over. But with the changing weather conditions, bikers will soon have to contend with colder weather, shorter days and slippery conditions when they ride. The fall season often creates a myriad of riding conditions that make can...
Common motorcycle accident injuries
Eighty percent of motorcycle accidents in West Virginia and across the U.S. result in injuries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This is because motorcycles provide little protection for riders when they collide with cars and trucks....
Injury and fatality statistics for motorcyclists
West Virginia motorcycle riders might be more at risk of a traffic fatality than in previous years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2015, the number of people who died in crashes involving a motorcycle rose more than 8 percent from...
Legal guidance for motorcycle accident victims
Most motorcycle accidents are the fault of negligent and careless drivers and result in catastrophic, life-threatening injuries to the biker. Yet, many drivers will try to defend themselves by shifting the blame to the motorcyclist. For these reasons, the top priority...